Job Description

An expanding engineering manufacturer, known for producing precision-engineered solutions for high-performance applications, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to strengthen its growing team. With ongoing investment in technology, people, and manufacturing capability, the company has built a reputation for innovation, quality, and customer commitment.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to drive reliability initiatives, resolve product issues, and influence long-term design and manufacturing improvements. Based in the Birmingham area, the role offers a salary around 45,000+, 33 days annual leave, flexible working hours, and excellent development potential.
Mechanical Engineer responsibilities include -

• Leading reliability reviews across product design, manufacturing, and customer applications.
• Driving root cause investigations and 8D reporting for reliability and field performance issues.
• Managing FMEA processes to identify risks and embed lessons learned.
• Coordinating cross-functional actions with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.
• Developing and tracking reliability metrics, reporting on risks, actions, and closure status.
• Engaging with customers through reports, presentations, and on-site technical meetings.

Mechanical Engineer desirable skills and experience -

• Experience working within a similar role (Product Engineer, Reliability Engineer etc).
• Proven background in 8D methodology, FMEA and continuous improvement.
• Confidence working with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Mechanical engineering education (HNC/HNC) or relevant training.

Mechanical Engineer benefits include -

• Salary circa 45,000+.
• Flexible working hours and 33 days annual leave.
• Supportive and technically focused leadership team.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 33 days holiday, on-site parking, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Opportunity to lead reliability strategy and make a direct impact on product performance and customer satisfaction.

If you're looking for a technically engaging role where you can drive reliability, influence design, and support continuous improvement across engineering and manufacturing, apply now via the link in this Mechanical Engineer advert.
Keywords: Mechanical Engineering, Reliability, FMEA, 8D, RCA, Quality, Root Cause, Continuous Improvement, Product Reliability, Field Performance, Weibull, Engineering, Manufacturing, Zero Defects.
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